Cognitive Behavioural
Therapy
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a structured, evidence-based
talking therapy that helps you understand how emotional difficulties develop- and, more importantly, what might be keeping them going.
Therapy with me works by gently helping you recognise the patterns in your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that may be leaving you feeling stuck, anxious, or low in confidence. By exploring how these patterns are connected, we can begin to make sense of what’s
happening- and take practical, meaningful steps toward change.
Together, we’ll identify what’s maintaining your distress and use proven CBT techniques to help you break the cycle. This isn’t about quick fixes, it’s about building long-term strategies that bring
clarity, relief, and real progress.
Whether you’re struggling with low self-esteem, anxiety,
depression, or simply feeling overwhelmed, CBT can give you the tools to better understand your mind, manage difficult emotions, and move through life with more confidence, flexibility, and
self-compassion.
What CBT Can Help With
While I work with a wide range of emotional difficulties, I specialise in helping people overcome low self-esteem and self-criticism- the kind that quietly shapes how you see yourself, limits your potential, and holds you back from living fully.
Using a compassionate, targeted approach, I support clients in building lasting confidence and a healthier relationship with themselves.
Alongside self-esteem work, I also have extensive experience supporting people with a variety of challenges, including:
Depression and low mood
Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Social anxiety
Panic disorder
Health anxiety
Menopause Transition
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Phobias
Perfectionism and low self-esteem
Stress and burnout
Tinnitus-related distress
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Insomnia
Body-focused repetitive behaviours, including:
Skin picking (Excoriation Disorder)
Hair pulling (Trichotillomania)
If you’re not sure whether Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is the right fit for you, feel free to get in touch for a free 15-minute consultation. I’ll happily answer any questions you have and help you decide if CBT feels like the right support for you.
What to Expect from CBT Therapy at Farmstead Therapy
1. Free Telephone Consultation
We’ll begin with a free 15-minute phone call- a relaxed, no-pressure chat where you can share what you're looking for, ask any questions, and get a feel for whether CBT might be the right fit for you.
2. Initial Assessment
If you decide to move forward, we’ll arrange a 90-minute assessment session. This gives us time to explore your current difficulties, understand what’s been holding you back, and begin shaping a therapy plan that’s tailored to your goals and needs.
3. Weekly CBT Sessions
Ongoing sessions are 50 minutes, usually once a week. They’re structured but always flexible using evidence-based CBT techniques that are adapted to what matters most to you. Whether you're working on self-esteem, anxiety, or shifting long-standing patterns, we’ll move at your pace, together.
4. Online Therapy – Comfortable & Convenient
All sessions are delivered online via Microsoft Teams, allowing you to access therapy from the comfort and privacy of your own space. No travel, no waiting rooms- just calm, confidential support that fits around your life.